This article provides an overview of pivoting and lateral movement techniques in cybersecurity, focusing particularly on the tool Ligolo-ng. Ligolo-ng is highlighted for its efficiency, user-friendliness, security features, and cross-platform compatibility, ma…
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This article discusses the discovery of stored XSS vulnerabilities through the upload of malicious PDFs on various company platforms, leading to Hall of Fame (HOF) recognitions for the author. The vulnerabilities allow for potential exploitation, particularly …
VulnHub is a platform that offers a safe environment for beginners to practice Vulnerability Assessment and Penetration Testing (VAPT). This guide recommends a variety of machines to enhance skills in network security, web security, and CMS exploitation, movin…
This blog post discusses the analysis of a malicious IP address, exploring various tools for deeper investigation, including WHOIS, Shodan, AbuseIPDB, VirusTotal, and ThreatBook.io. The findings indicate that the IP address is associated with suspicious servic…
The article describes a pentesting project conducted at the Rochester Institute of Technology, involving the creation of a penetration testing lab. The project is structured into three phases: setting up a vulnerable environment, implementing monitoring tools,…
AI headshot generators are revolutionizing the way individuals and professionals create high-quality profile images. As these tools gain popularity, they bring a host of cybersecurity risks, including deepfake impersonation and data privacy concerns. Understan…
In the latest round of Active Directory exploitation, Maverick dives into the Sendai machine, showcasing vulnerabilities in Active Directory Certificate Services, password management, and SMB enumeration. Through strategic techniques such as password spraying …
On March 14, 2021, a security alert was triggered by a malicious file download attempt involving a macro-enabled document known as “INVOICE PACKAGE LINK TO DOWNLOAD.docm.” Analysis revealed that the file was flagged by numerous antivirus engines, indicating it…
This article discusses how attackers are leveraging Large Language Models (LLMs) to boost their capabilities in creating polymorphic malware, which changes its code structure to evade detection by traditional security systems. It emphasizes the challenge this …
Salt Typhoon is an APT group allegedly linked to China’s Ministry of State Security, targeting U.S. infrastructure and government entities with a focus on corporate data theft and espionage. Their operations include advanced techniques and have resulted in num…
The article provides a detailed review of the Zephyr Pro Lab from Hack the Box, highlighting its suitability for intermediate-level red teamers aiming to improve their Active Directory skills. The lab offers a hands-on experience with a focus on AD exploitatio…
Server-Side Request Forgery (SSRF) is a significant vulnerability that enables attackers to manipulate a server into making unauthorized requests. This can compromise sensitive data, gain access to internal systems, or allow remote code execution. The utilizat…
In the Snyk Fetch the Flag 2025 CTF event, a web challenge named VulnScanner allows participants to define HTTP test specifications using YAML. The challenge revealed potential vulnerabilities through code review of API endpoints. Notable vulnerabilities inclu…
This article discusses the decryption of service account credentials in SCCM (System Center Configuration Manager), highlighting methods for extracting and managing these credentials, particularly in the context of untrusted forests.
This article reviews and ranks the top six AI-powered website builders for 2025 based on their ease of use, features, pricing, and performance. These builders simplify the website creation process, making it accessible for both tech-savvy individuals and novic…